Messaging Apps
Secure, private messaging applications based in Europe offering alternatives to mainstream chat services.
Messaging apps are central to our personal and professional communications. European messaging services prioritize user privacy and data security, offering strong encryption and minimal data collection.
European messaging solutions often provide end-to-end encryption by default, avoid using your chat data for advertising purposes, and give you greater control over your personal information. Many also support multiple platforms and offer features like group chats, voice/video calls, and file sharing.
Recommended Alternative
Signal
End-to-end encrypted messaging with industry-leading security.
Alternatives
Element
EUSecure, decentralized messaging based on the Matrix protocol with self-hosting options.
Session
EU-FriendlyAnonymous messaging app using onion routing without requiring phone numbers or email.
Threema
EUSwiss-based, metadata-minimizing secure messenger with anonymous usage options.
Wire
EUSecure collaboration platform with end-to-end encryption for messaging, calls, and file sharing.
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